New Nexus 7, Android 4.3

[schocker]

Here is the live blog from the google breakfast where the New Nexus 7 will be revealed (For sale right away I think) and also Android 4.3 which hopefully will come out asap for N4 etc.

http://www.engadget.com/2013/07/24/google-breakfast-liveblog/

MotoX might be shown, probably not though as it has it's own dedicated reveal August 1.

These are the specs as bestbuy.com already has it for pre-order

Enjoy your media on the go with this Google Nexus 7 tablet, which features a 7" 10-finger capacitive touch screen with IPS technology that simplifies navigation and delivers vibrant images. Wi-Fi makes it easy to surf the Web.
What's Included

Google Nexus 7 7 inch Tablet with 16GB Memory
1-cell lithium-polymer battery
Adapter, power plug
Owner's manual

Product Features

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean operating system
Along with a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro 8064 processor with a 2MB L2 cache and 1.5GHz processor speed allows you to stay connected and productive on the go.
Built-in 802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN
Connect to the Internet without wires.
2GB DDR3LM memory
For multitasking power.
7" LCD high-definition 10-finger capacitive touch screen
With IPS technology, 300 cd/m² brightness, 178° viewing angles and 1920 x 1200 resolution offers easy operation and provides crystal-clear visuals.
Scratch-resistant glass helps guard the display against damage. Antifingerprint technology minimizes smudging for enhanced clarity.
16GB on-board flash memory
Offers plenty of space for your music, movies, photos, apps and more.
Adreno 320 graphics
For lush images with precise detail.
5.0MP rear-facing and 1.2MP front-facing webcams
Make it easy to video chat with loved ones.
Micro USB 2.0 port with SlimPort
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
Bluetooth 4.0
Easily link with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player.
Weighs only 11.2 oz. and measures just 0.3" thin
For lightweight portability. Sensors include G-sensor, ambient light, Ecompass, gyroscope and proximity.
Preloaded apps
Include Google Search by Voice 2.1, Gmail, Google Talk, Google Maps, Google Street View, YouTube, Android Market and more.

[Xtrema]

I know N4 is not even a year old yet, I guess the next N4 will be a take a bit longer since now stock is available on One and GS4 and MotoX is out this fall.

New N7 seems like a great buy @ $230 with 1900x1200 screen.

[Tik-Tok]

Product Features
...
Connect to the Internet without wires



O...M...G..!!111!!!

[JustinMCS]

definitely buying the new N7

[schocker]

Originally posted by Xtrema
I know N4 is not even a year old yet, I guess the next N4 will be a take a bit longer since now stock is available on One and GS4 and MotoX is out this fall.

New N7 seems like a great buy @ $230 with 1900x1200 screen.
Ya, N4 should be refreshed in the fall. Not sure who will make it though as LG was not bidding for it this time. MotoX though I hope will be available in the play store, I doubt it will be cheap like the N4 though as it is made in the US etc. These prices though on the N7 will probably be $10 more again so $239/269 then shipping.


Originally posted by Tik-Tok
O...M...G..!!111!!!
Here I have been plugging everything in all this time!

[JustinMCS]

4.3 coming to N4 today they said on the event.... cool.

[schocker]

Originally posted by JustinMCS
4.3 coming to N4 today they said on the event.... cool.
Just checked, nothing yet :rofl:
Good thing they are adding the bluetooth le as that should help battery life for devices that use it.

[supe]

Nothing super compelling about 4.3.

N7 definitely a nice upgrade, I hope we get the LTE version.

[schocker]

Will be available for sale on July 30. I am assuming that means in store also here.

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by schocker

Ya, N4 should be refreshed in the fall. Not sure who will make it though as LG was not bidding for it this time. MotoX though I hope will be available in the play store, I doubt it will be cheap like the N4 though as it is made in the US etc. These prices though on the N7 will probably be $10 more again so $239/269 then shipping.


Don't blame LG for not bidding again. Made a great phone and got undercut by 40% out of the gate.

What I don't get is why Google doesn't just release Nexus phones under Moto. Moto is hanging by a thread, could use more business.

[Mitsu3000gt]

Hmmm, I probably won't upgrade just for the screen. That seems to be the only real upgrade. For a first time buyer though that is a steal compared to something like the iPad mini.

Also LOL at the WiFi comments.

[schocker]

Originally posted by Xtrema
Don't blame LG for not bidding again. Made a great phone and got undercut by 40% out of the gate.

What I don't get is why Google doesn't just release Nexus phones under Moto. Moto is hanging by a thread, could use more business.
That is the price they came up with though to sell tons of them. Moto though I thought is doing well in the US especially with all of the verizon droid stuff and motox looks pretty awesome but they have to bid like the rest. So the next one would likely by Samsung or Moto or HTC.

[Mitsu3000gt]

I've been reading the N4 successor will be on a Sony i1 Honami. Not sure how much weight is behind that though.

[dr_jared88]

I really like the look of Chromecast. Especially at $35, but I bet its not available in Canada...

[supe]

Wow I'm quite impressed with chromecast too, totally worth it for $35. Does anyone have a hookup? If anyone is buying one can you buy one for me too?

[Tik-Tok]

Originally posted by dr_jared88
I really like the look of Chromecast. Especially at $35, but I bet its not available in Canada...

https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=chromecast&hl=en :banghead:

[ZEDGE]

Chromecast will be available in Canada soon they said.


Originally posted by Mitsu3000gt
Hmmm, I probably won't upgrade just for the screen. That seems to be the only real upgrade. For a first time buyer though that is a steal compared to something like the iPad mini.

Also LOL at the WiFi comments.

Snapdragon > Tegra

Tegra is frigging awful at anything other than gaming.

2 GB ram on the new N7 too.

Aug 1st will be the MOTO X reveal. Looking forward to that. Hopefully its $299 or less unlocked.

[kenny]

Originally posted by schocker
So the next one would likely by Samsung or Moto or HTC.

Hard to say what is going to happen, but my guess is Google will leverage Moto for their next Nexus phone and every other manufacturer will have their own "Nexus-esque" phone. Sorta like the HTC One GP Edition and the S4 GP Edition running stock Android.

[jwslam]

Chromecast sold out in the US play store by 10:45 PT.

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by kenny


Hard to say what is going to happen, but my guess is Google will leverage Moto for their next Nexus phone and every other manufacturer will have their own "Nexus-esque" phone. Sorta like the HTC One GP Edition and the S4 GP Edition running stock Android.

The way I understand it, Android GPE update is still being filtered and handled by manufacturer and not Google.

So update still won't be as frequent or early as Nexus devices.

[schocker]

Ya the updates for Google play editions say for 4.3 coming soon but nexus devices get it today. I will maybe get Chromecast in the us when I travel down though. Seems like a great deal

[dr_jared88]

Originally posted by ZEDGE
Chromecast will be available in Canada soon they said.


Where did you see that? I don't think they mentioned anything about other countries for the chromecast in the release.

[kenny]

Originally posted by Xtrema


The way I understand it, Android GPE update is still being filtered and handled by manufacturer and not Google.

So update still won't be as frequent or early as Nexus devices.

Ya I tried to imply that with "esque" haha. I just don't see Google going to an outside mfg for the next Nexus phone since they can do it in-house now.

I wanna pick up one of those chromecast things. Cheap enough to play around with when travelling.

[schocker]

It would make sense for them to bid it out though to keep up a good relationship with the vendors. Could still have GPE Moto's also along with nexus. Or just sell all motos on the play store to begin with starting with the X.

Keep trying to force an update to 4.3 on my n4 and nothing yet!

[supe]

I think nexus will continue to go to third party vendors so that google can maintain a strong relationship, besides, saving a buck isn't exactly google's MO.

[kenny]

Originally posted by supe
I think nexus will continue to go to third party vendors so that google can maintain a strong relationship, besides, saving a buck isn't exactly google's MO.

It isn't about just about saving a buck but more about turning Motorola around. I don't remember the specifics but when Google recently released their Q2 financials there was quite the dip in Moto revenue dragging their overall numbers down.

But I guess it would make sense to keep other mfgs in the running for Nexus devices as well.

[JustinMCS]

Originally posted by schocker
Will be available for sale on July 30. I am assuming that means in store also here.

No, just USA. Canada and other countries will be coming in the next "few weeks"

sad face.

[supe]

Originally posted by kenny


It isn't about just about saving a buck but more about turning Motorola around. I don't remember the specifics but when Google recently released their Q2 financials there was quite the dip in Moto revenue dragging their overall numbers down.



But thats the whole point, google doesn't care if moto drags their financials down as long as they can get as many android devices in peoples hands as possible. Keep in mind Google makes its money from ads everything else is just another means of getting people to use Google's stuff.

[BerserkerCatSplat]

Looking forward to getting AVRCP 1.3 on the GNex, though who knows how long it'll take for a factory yakjuux build to appear.

[schocker]

Originally posted by JustinMCS
No, just USA. Canada and other countries will be coming in the next "few weeks"

sad face.
N4/7/10 were all available at the same time in Canada though, so we might be in luck.

[supe]

So chromecast comes with 3 months of netflix included which is also for existing customers which means the thing is only $11!

[kJUMP]

has anyone been able to update their Nexus 4 yet to 4.3.3? nothing coming up on mine when i go settings>about phone>system updates

btw i love this phone. my first foray into android, was long time BB user. so impressed

[Cos]

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[dr_jared88]

Originally posted by Cos
God dammit just bought an N7 two weeks ago.

Didn't everyone know the new Nexus 7 would be coming out this month?

If you are still within two weeks, can't you return it? Either that or just enjoy your tablet. It's still a very solid tablet.

[ronaldo]

Originally posted by kJUMP
has anyone been able to update their Nexus 4 yet to 4.3.3? nothing coming up on mine when i go settings>about phone>system updates

btw i love this phone. my first foray into android, was long time BB user. so impressed

No OTA update yet for me either...

I agree N4 is an amazing phone, my major gripe with it is battery life. It's just brutal

[Cos]

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[supe]

Originally posted by ronaldo


No OTA update yet for me either...

I agree N4 is an amazing phone, my major gripe with it is battery life. It's just brutal

I think it must be an app you're running. My battery works great.

[ronaldo]

I guess everyone's definition of great battery life is different... What is your average battery life+screen on time?

[kJUMP]

Originally posted by supe


I think it must be an app you're running. My battery works great.

agreed, my battery life is definitely satisfactory, easily full day on medium usage, with syncing and compulsive checking.

i feel like it's about the same as my previous Z10... bigger battery (2100 v 1800 mAh) but screen also bigger and quad-core.

google now is a beast. keyboard is also reasonably efficient. totally becoming an android fanboi now lol

what do you guys think about no LTE? initially i was kind of bummed (i know it can be done but not really into rooting my phone yet etc) but realized when there is H+ signal on rogers it's pretty snappy, i'm not really waiting per se. only thing would be uploading files, say pics to emails, dropbox etc that requires waiting. from what i've read, canada has comparatively better H+ networks so i guess that helps. was in vegas couple weeks ago using roam mobility (which uses T-mobile) and i thought data transfer speeds were noticeably slower

still no 4.3 update... argh

[supe]

Lets not get off topic, I'll say that I've been through 3 android phones and this one is by far the best with regard to battery.

Here is the new Nexus 7 review from the verge, I'm really liking the verge these days, 9/10, can't wait! My biggest gripes with the last N7 was the display quality and the performance both of which are hugely upgraded in this version.

http://www.theverge.com/2013/7/26/4558626/google-nexus-7-review-2013

[schocker]

Still haven't gotten 4.3 :(
No sign of N7 in Canada yet either. You can order through B&H in the US though and ship here. Ends up being like $250~ I think for the 16gb. If people are in the states, might make sense to buy there until there are further details. Google play has the best product support though if something goes wrong.

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by ronaldo
I guess everyone's definition of great battery life is different... What is your average battery life+screen on time?

In my experience, (at least on 4.1.2 on Nexus S), Exchange ActiveSync tends to fucks up after 30-40 days.

When it was newly established, I get around 12-15hrs/day and it get gradually worse to about 5-7hrs a day til I blow the relationship away and start again.

The highest battery draw app at that point will be Calendar and Exchange Service.

[spike98]

Originally posted by schocker
Still haven't gotten 4.3 :(
No sign of N7 in Canada yet either. You can order through B&H in the US though and ship here. Ends up being like $250~ I think for the 16gb. If people are in the states, might make sense to buy there until there are further details. Google play has the best product support though if something goes wrong.

err


http://mobilesyrup.com/2013/07/26/new-nexus-7-hitting-staples-on-july-31st-for-249/

[JustinMCS]

Originally posted by schocker
Still haven't gotten 4.3 :(
No sign of N7 in Canada yet either. You can order through B&H in the US though and ship here. Ends up being like $250~ I think for the 16gb. If people are in the states, might make sense to buy there until there are further details. Google play has the best product support though if something goes wrong.

Staples flyer leaked today. Looks like we are getting it july 31! :D :D :D

[supe]

Nice find! Can you pre order? Should I wait for the LTE? ahhhh

[schocker]

Originally posted by spike98
err


http://mobilesyrup.com/2013/07/26/new-nexus-7-hitting-staples-on-july-31st-for-249/
Nice find. I only checked websites. Wonder if play store will get a pre-order then as it is only showing 2012 N7 but I think in the US and UK it is showing up for pre-order?

Still need chromecast though!!!

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by schocker

Nice find. I only checked websites. Wonder if play store will get a pre-order then as it is only showing 2012 N7 but I think in the US and UK it is showing up for pre-order?

Still need chromecast though!!!

Looks like free 3 month Netflix is day 1 only.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/07/25/chromecast-netflix-google-offer_n_3654974.html

[schocker]

Originally posted by Xtrema
Looks like free 3 month Netflix is day 1 only.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/07/25/chromecast-netflix-google-offer_n_3654974.html
Haha, still a good deal though. I saw on reddit google had 200,000 code for the promo so that seems like quite the first day sales!

[GoChris]

Major first world problem, I'll be on vacation in BC on July 31st. Will have to wait until I'm back or pay BC tax.

Can't wait to get a chromecast also.

[schocker]

I pre-ordered one through FS best buy has it listed now also both at 249.

[holden]

Is the 32 GB also releasing in Canada this week?

I'm not sure which one I should get. I might want to place a couple HD movies on there for trips on the plane.

[Recca168]

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[schocker]

Originally posted by holden
Is the 32 GB also releasing in Canada this week?

I'm not sure which one I should get. I might want to place a couple HD movies on there for trips on the plane.
Ya but probably not until next week. I believe you can still do USB otg or whatever it is for holding files for trips if you get the 16gb.


Links to everywhere you can get it for Canada
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43986442#post43986442

[Mitsu3000gt]

I've tried numerous times to force 4.3 to my Nexus 4, anyone know any other tricks other than clearing the google services framework cache? My Nexus 7 got it the first day after release.

[schocker]

Originally posted by Mitsu3000gt
I've tried numerous times to force 4.3 to my Nexus 4, anyone know any other tricks other than clearing the google services framework cache? My Nexus 7 got it the first day after release.
I did the ADB sideload with the google sdk on saturday. Probably took me 2 hours to set up and do :rofl:
So you can try that. I was dumb for a bit, then I had to change the usb driver to show my phone when it was in recovery mode, then I was able to sideload the update. You might be able to have an easier time than I.

[GoChris]

Is root up and running smoothly on the N4? I might go back to stock to try out 4.3.

[supe]

Hearing reports that the N7 is available at BB, FS and Staples, can anyone confirm? According to their websites they are in stock.

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by supe
Hearing reports that the N7 is available at BB, FS and Staples, can anyone confirm? According to their websites they are in stock.

Was at FS and Staple @ Coventry Hills on Sunday. Neither has new N7.

FS's website only shows 2012 (1280x800) not 2013 (1920x1200)

Stapels's website is showing the 16GB N7 2013 for $249.

[schocker]

Originally posted by Xtrema


Was at FS and Staple @ Coventry Hills on Sunday. Neither has new N7.

FS's website only shows 2012 (1280x800) not 2013 (1920x1200)

Stapels's website is showing the 16GB N7 2013 for $249.
Go to my link, I am not sure if it is searchable on FS and BB, but I ordered one through FS. edit: FS and BB are OOS now. I think they sometimes add more though, I know they did last night.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43986442#post43986442

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by schocker

Go to my link, I am not sure if it is searchable on FS and BB, but I ordered one through FS. edit: FS and BB are OOS now. I think they sometimes add more though, I know they did last night.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43986442#post43986442

All sold out..... :(

[schocker]

Maybe try and reserve one in store or pick one up in store tomorrow.

[holden]

Somebody on Redflag reported that they are in stock at some Staples store, but are listed as "do not sell until July 31" with a price of $10,000.

[schocker]

FS and BB are showing in stock for me at some stores so maybe xtrema could try there!
Sunridge/Deerfoot are showing not sure if they would sell today though.

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by schocker
FS and BB are showing in stock for me at some stores so maybe xtrema could try there!
Sunridge/Deerfoot are showing not sure if they would sell today though.

So here's the deal, since I have nothing better to do this morning lol:

BB: Do not sell til 30th, system won't accept scans.

20 @ Sunridge
10 @ Deerfoot meadows.

The rest of the stores will get them within the next week (in transit), 10 or 20 per store except 17th ave which get 0 allocations.


FS: Do not sell til 30th, system won't accept scans.

20 @ Sunridge

Don't know about the rest of the stores. Almost got one out until manager stop the guy even attempting a scan.

Staples:

Since I'm in the neighborhood, NE store got none.

ME:

They have 0 allocations. No ETA.

[schocker]

Haha, good work. Hopefully you can get one in store tomorrow. Hoping mine ships today!

[Stealth22]

Is it worth it to pay more for the 32GB version? Cost per GB is lower ($9/GB vs $15/GB) by my calculations.

And will FS/BB have the 32GB version as well?

[supe]

Originally posted by Stealth22
Is it worth it to pay more for the 32GB version? Cost per GB is lower ($9/GB vs $15/GB) by my calculations.

And will FS/BB have the 32GB version as well?

This is totally preference, I have owned 3 phones and 2 tablets and never needed more than the 16 gb, but it depends on what you want it for. If you're going to load your entire media library then you probably want the 32, if its more for games and email than the 16 should be more than enough.

Regardless of cost per gb this device is the best bang for your buck so just buy what suits your needs.

[schocker]

I bought a 16gb, didn't feel like waiting or a 32 and I had a 16 of the first gen and it was enough space especially with usb otg and most of my stuff is in the cloud anyways. Not sure when the 32gb will be available either.

[Xtrema]

No 32 or 4G models on BB's systems and all I see is 16 in stock @ FS. My current Cyangenmod touchpad has 32GB but I only needed that storage once. Otherwise, it's nicely at home accessing NFS/SMB from my filer for media.

[schocker]

Can vlc on android play mkv? Would be great to set up my nas properly and see all my movies on there and hopefully in the future they add chromecast to the VLC app.

[holden]

Originally posted by schocker
Can vlc on android play mkv? Would be great to set up my nas properly and see all my movies on there and hopefully in the future they add chromecast to the VLC app.

Yeah, that's what I'm hoping for too. I've heard that some mkv files do play in Chrome (the browser) and that can already be Chromecast.

[Stealth22]

Originally posted by schocker
I bought a 16gb, didn't feel like waiting or a 32 and I had a 16 of the first gen and it was enough space especially with usb otg and most of my stuff is in the cloud anyways. Not sure when the 32gb will be available either.

Will the new N7 support USB OTG? I'm assuming that you'd have to root it for that, right?

EDIT: It's mostly for apps/games and e-mail. But I'd be using it for watching movies/TV shows over lunch or while travelling. Although if it supports OTG, then might be worth just going with the 16GB.

[schocker]

I think the old one had an app that you could use for usb otg and people were using it with no modifications so I think it should be the same with this.

edit: Mine shipped from FS, maybe tomorrow :eek:

probably not :rofl:

[Stealth22]

^ Cool! Let me know how it is! :thumbsup:

I've decided to wait it out, and just order the 32GB version from Google as soon as it's available.

[Mitsu3000gt]

For anyone wondering, I removed my google account and re-added it, and then I got 4.3 on my Nexus 4 two minutes later.

[schocker]

Originally posted by Stealth22
^ Cool! Let me know how it is! :thumbsup:

I've decided to wait it out, and just order the 32GB version from Google as soon as it's available.
Will do. Looks like it will be here tomorrow so I will set it up at the office and play around a bit.


Originally posted by Mitsu3000gt
For anyone wondering, I removed my google account and re-added it, and then I got 4.3 on my Nexus 4 two minutes later.
But my method was much more fun! :rofl:

[Xtrema]

Got one.

Sunridge BB is sold out.

Sunridge FS has 7 left.

[yellowsnow]

I thought it wasn't out until tomorrow? Did BB and FS jump the gun? :confused:

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by yellowsnow
I thought it wasn't out until tomorrow? Did BB and FS jump the gun? :confused:

http://mobilesyrup.com/2013/07/29/google-canada-says-the-new-nexus-7-coming-soon/

30th for BB and FS

31st for Staples

They should hit Play Store soon as well.

[schocker]

How is it xtrema!

Still like how it is not on google play though yet you can buy it from other retailers. I suppose it makes it less of a mess than last year when it took forever to ship from the messed up online store :rofl:

[Xtrema]

Screen is gorgeous. Seems pretty fast and responsive so far. On par to HTC One.

PPI is good that I like reading books on this one.

Form factor isn't too different from the last Nexus 7 but you do have to buy new covers/cases. This one is a bit longer, narrower and thinner.

It's going through update hell right now as it's updating all the software on it and porting all my software from my account over.

Play Store app is a bit buggy during updates, although there is a pending system update as well so have to wait for all the apps to catch up and see if that fixes that issue.

[schocker]

Sounds good! I saw it had some updates to update the os to a newer 4.3 Can't wait to try mine tomorrow, install netflix and watch during dinner :rofl:

[Stealth22]

Went to BB this morning and picked up a 16GB as well. Family member wanted one too, so now the wait for my 32GB is even more agonizing. :thumbsdow

+1 on Xtrema's comments about the Play Store...flickers during updates, but I went ahead and installed the system update, so I'll see if it behaves now. Other than that, I haven't even taken the plastic wrap off yet. The screen is awesome though, and it feels very responsive.

Anyone know where to get decent cases?

[supe]

I went to both BB and FS in deerfoot meadows and they were all sold out.

Should have reserved one.

[schocker]

Now you all got it before me anyways :rofl:
Cases, there is a poetic one on amazon.com that ships to canada, it is like $10 all in I believe. I think I might try and order the asus one though and just ship to the US along with a chromecast as I am going to houston next week I think.

[Stealth22]

I like the Asus premium cover...as much as it reminds me of the iPad. :rolleyes:

Might have to wait for it to be available somewhere though.

[BMW Power]

Staples Shawnessy has 24 units available right now.

[holden]

Any idea what the 32GB price will be in Canada? I want to see if I can use my $50 of $299+ tablet coupon at Staples.

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by holden
Any idea what the 32GB price will be in Canada? I want to see if I can use my $50 of $299+ tablet coupon at Staples.

rumored to be $289.

[Xtrema]

the Asus travel cover looks like shit and I'm not liking anything I have seen so far.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e00wI0Ywads&feature=youtube_gdata_player

so what does this premium cover looks like?

[supe]

So angry, called staples yesterday, the rep told me they wouldn't start selling them till today, I even argued with him and he gave me a smart ass remark. Showed up today and they're all sold out. Idiot.

Any chance any place still has stock?

[Mitsu3000gt]

Anyone know if they added MIMO wifi on the new N7? That might be enough for me to upgrade.

Maybe it's just me but I can't watch Youtube HD on my Nexus 4 or Nexus 7 without it buffering every 5-10 seconds.

Youtube buffers for a long time before starting even on my desktop with 100Mbit internet though so it might just be youtube.

[JustinMCS]

So on the off chance I went to best buys website at just after midnight yesterday and the reserve in store was activated! reserved one, went to get it at 10, and people were trying to buy them, but they were all reserved by smartypants like me haha.

I love it. Amazing screen. Great price for a great tablet. Finally dumped my playbook which I never used because there are NO apps for it and I dont have the time to sideload android apps, just buy an android tablet. so stupid.

[benyl]

Angry about a tablet? :rofl:

It's already onsale at BB.

http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/asus-google-nexus-7-2nd-gen-16gb-7-android-4-3-tablet-with-qualcomm-snapdragon-s4-pro-processor-black-nexus7-asus-2b16/10261231.aspx?path=f8fc323822ecaf38d24682fe463700dfen02&SearchPageIndex=1

[JustinMCS]

Originally posted by benyl
Angry about a tablet? :rofl:

It's already onsale at BB.

http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/asus-google-nexus-7-2nd-gen-16gb-7-android-4-3-tablet-with-qualcomm-snapdragon-s4-pro-processor-black-nexus7-asus-2b16/10261231.aspx?path=f8fc323822ecaf38d24682fe463700dfen02&SearchPageIndex=1

wtf! they didn't sell it at that price to me yesterday!

8 bucks off? maybe i will go in today to get my money back. lol.

[Stealth22]

Originally posted by Xtrema
so what does this premium cover looks like?
http://www.asus.com/Tablet_Mobile_Accessories/Premium_Cover_for_Nexus_7_2013/


Originally posted by supe
So angry, called staples yesterday, the rep told me they wouldn't start selling them till today, I even argued with him and he gave me a smart ass remark. Showed up today and they're all sold out. Idiot.

Any chance any place still has stock?
That sucks, man. Best advice I can give you is, just call around to every place that you can, and hope they still have it by the time you get there. Or ask FS/BB when their next shipment is, and reserve it online.

[schocker]

Ah premium cover looks much nicer. Travel looks like just something to protect the screen mainly.

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by schocker
Ah premium cover looks much nicer. Travel looks like just something to protect the screen mainly.

Much better. Now, where can I get my hands on one.....


Was going thru My Library and it had a surround sound video demo. Pretty cool for fake surround from stereo speakers.

And I used to hate Firefox on Android but it's not bad with this resolution on 7".


Originally posted by benyl
Angry about a tablet? :rofl:

It's already onsale at BB.

http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/asus-google-nexus-7-2nd-gen-16gb-7-android-4-3-tablet-with-qualcomm-snapdragon-s4-pro-processor-black-nexus7-asus-2b16/10261231.aspx?path=f8fc323822ecaf38d24682fe463700dfen02&SearchPageIndex=1

This tells me that you may get Play Store credits if you buy it on Play Store.

[schocker]

Got mine. It is so very nice so far. Top and bottom bezels are huge though, they should have put the speakers there! Now to find a case! edit: Notification light is only 1 color? :facepalm:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E5NOXM4/ref=s9_simh_gw_p147_d0_i4?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=1M61X9HE4YNGZRXFF12V&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1389517282&pf_rd_i=507846

This one looks nice for about $10US. Doesn't ship until Aug 23 though :confused:

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by schocker
This one looks nice for about $10US. Doesn't ship until Aug 23 though :confused:

Most cases on Amazon doesn't ship til Aug 12th earliest but that looks pretty good.